Long-Range Hunting: Ammo Issues and Malfunctions
Diagnose ammo-related hunting problems in the field, from misfires and duds to stuck cases.
Diagnose ammo-related hunting problems in the field, from misfires and duds to stuck cases.
Coordinate with your hunting partner - plan roles, share gear, communicate safely, and call shots.
Moon phase has minimal effect on mule deer - weather and rut drive activity far more than lunar cycles
Suppressors and hog hunting pair naturally - more shots per sounder, less scatter, better landowner access.
Deer hunting drives most first suppressor purchases - here's what changes in the field.
Suppressor myths cost hunters real decisions - here are the facts behind seven common misconceptions.
Subsonic ammo limits range and energy - know when it helps or hurts your hunt.
Learn when to take the shot or risk stalking closer on mule deer hunts.
Learn how suppressed shots affect game reaction, from deer confusion to hog sounder follow-ups.

Unsuppressed rifle shots hit 140-175 dB - enough to cause permanent hearing damage in a single pull.

Suppressors cut 25-35 dB from muzzle blast - not Hollywood silence, but real hearing protection.

Master your rangefinder for live game - from pre-ranging landmarks to angle compensation.

Learn bear harvest reporting rules - tooth aging, skull measurement, location data, and 24-72 hour deadlines across states.

Learn how quota systems and limited entry draws regulate bear hunting in Montana, Wyoming, and other states requiring applications and preference points.

Spring bear seasons run April-June post-hibernation while fall seasons target August-November hyperphagia feeding, with spring hunting more politically controversial due to orphaned cub concerns.